Chocolate Pretzel Cookies

Indulge in the perfect sweet-and-salty treat with these irresistible Chocolate Pretzel Cookies! Featuring a rich, chocolatey cookie base infused with crushed mini pretzels and melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies strike the ultimate balance of flavors and textures. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top (optional, but highly recommended) elevates each bite, creating a gourmet twist on a classic favorite. Ready in just 30 minutes, including prep and bake time, this easy cookie recipe is perfect for satisfying dessert cravings or impressing guests with a homemade treat. Whether you enjoy them warm from the oven or save them for later, these decadent cookies are sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 piece Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Mini pretzels, crushed
• 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 teaspoon Flaky sea salt (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a handheld or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl, mixing until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a uniform dough forms.

Step 6

Gently fold in the crushed pretzels and semi-sweet chocolate chips using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon.

Step 7

Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

If desired, lightly press additional crushed pretzels or a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each dough ball for garnish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft.

Step 10

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Enjoy the cookies fresh, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(883.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3574.5

Total Fat 152.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 444.3mg	0%
Sodium 4075.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 562.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.9g	0%
Total Sugars 272.9g
Protein 57.1g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 301.3mg	0%
Iron 30.3mg	0%
Potassium 1791.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.6%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 58.5%